Lead Finance Analyst, Capital Investments

Lead Finance Analyst - Capital Investments

Lumen connects the world. We are igniting business growth by connecting people, data and applications quickly, securely, and effortlessly. Together, we are building a culture and company from the people up committed to teamwork, trust and transparency. People power progress. We're looking for top-tier talent and offer the flexibility you need to thrive and deliver lasting impact. Join us as we digitally connect the world and shape the future.

The Role

As Lead Finance Analyst - Capital Investments, you will be a strategic partner to the North America Operations Leadership Team, driving efficient capital investment decisions and supporting broader finance initiatives. You'll deliver actionable insights, manage risk, and help shape the financial strategy that supports our transformative infrastructure.

The Main Responsibilities

Capital Management

• Collaborate with business and finance teams to optimize capital allocation and investment oversight.
• Identify and manage risks and opportunities tied to capital initiatives.
• Enhance capital governance frameworks and decision-making processes.

Financial Analysis & Reporting

Strategic Insights & Process Improvement

Collaboration & Leadership

What We Look For In A Candidate

The ideal candidate will be :

A Financial Expert : Skilled in advanced data analysis, financial modeling, and forecasting.

A Problem-Solver : Able to synthesize complex information into actionable insights and make sound decisions.

A Strategic Thinker : Comfortable navigating ambiguity and implementing process improvements to drive results.

A Strong Collaborator : Builds relationships across teams and communicates effectively with stakeholders at all levels.

Curious : Demonstrates intellectual curiosity and a proactive approach to uncovering insights.

An Excellent Communicator : Communicates complex financial concepts clearly through written, verbal, and visual formats.

A Self-Starter : Takes initiative, thrives under pressure, and drives challenging situations toward successful outcomes.

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Business, or a related field. (MBA Preferred)

5+ years of experience in financial analysis, capital management, or a similar role.

Advanced skills in data analysis, financial modeling, and data visualization.

Exceptional problem-solving, decision-making, and communication skills.

Compensation

This information reflects the anticipated base salary range for this position based on current national data. Minimums and maximums may vary based on location. Individual pay is based on skills, experience and other relevant factors Location Based Pay Ranges : $82,969 - $110,625 in these states : AL, AR, AZ, FL, GA, IA, ID, IN, KS, KY, LA, ME, MO, MS, MT, ND, NE, NM, OH, OK, PA, SC, SD, TN, UT, VT, WI, WV, and WY. $87,117 - $116,156 in these states : CO, HI, MI, MN, NC, NH, NV, OR, and RI. $91,266 - $121,688 in these states : AK, CA, CT, DC, DE, IL, MA, MD, NJ, NY, TX, VA, and WA

Lumen offers a comprehensive package featuring a broad range of Health, Life, Voluntary Lifestyle benefits and other perks that enhance your physical, mental, emotional and financial wellbeing.

Background Screening : If you are selected for a position, there will be a background screen, which may include checks for criminal records and / or motor vehicle reports and / or drug screening, depending on the position requirements.

Equal Employment Opportunities : We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all persons regardless of race, color, ancestry, citizenship, national origin, religion, veteran status, disability, genetic characteristic or information, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, family status, pregnancy, or other legally protected status.